EP 20: | The Marvellous Architects of Ancient India| Amish Tripathi

In this episode of Amish Tripathi’s Did You Know? series, unlock the cosmic secrets of ancient Indian temples. Did you know that many Indian temples were designed not just as places of worship, but as intricate monumental instruments? Journey with us as we uncover how temple architects aligned majestic structures with the movements of the sun, stars, and even sacred hills—revealing a profound connection between architecture, astronomy, and spirituality.

Highlights from this episode:

• Discover how the temples of Vijayanagara face the rising sun, welcoming each day with its first rays.

• Explore the Vidyashankara Temple in Sringeri, where 12 zodiac pillars create a living solar calendar.

• Marvel at the Nilurallu stone alignment in Andhra Pradesh, an ancient marker for equinoxes and solstices.

• Witness the precision of the Modhera Sun Temple, where sunlight illuminates the deity on the equinox.

• Learn how the Brihadisvara Temple’s cosmic ratios and the Konark Sun Temple’s stone wheels reflect the universe itself.

• Understand the deep symbolism of Vāstu Śāstra and the sacred geometry behind temple layouts.

Even in regions where ancient temples were lost to time and conflict, their ruins inspire a new era of temple-building—rooted in the same cosmic harmony our ancestors cherished.

Step into the world where science, art, and devotion meet. Next time you visit a temple, look for the sunlight, the directions, the sacred design—each detail is a testament to India’s timeless wisdom.

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Special thanks to Harshit Katoch for contributing to this episode.